Dear Parents and Guardians,

Last week was filled with memorable moments as we visited classrooms and witnessed teachers and students embracing the holiday spirit through engaging and creative instruction. Students also had the chance to connect with friends during classroom parties and games. Our school community was treated to beautiful band performances, and we’re proud to share that two of our teachers received grants to support our scholars. Additionally, our boys’ and girls’ basketball teams showcased their skills, with the Boys' 7th Grade A-Team emerging as champions!

Here are some additional highlights from the week:

• Many of our middle school students shined in Elf Jr., both on stage and behind the scenes.
• HitoMatch Foundation celebrated students who achieved all A’s last school year with special gifts honoring their academic excellence.
• 8th-grade students explored various career paths during an engaging Career Fair.
• Our staff enjoyed a delightful Holiday Luncheon, generously sponsored by the PTSA and supported by your parent donations.

We invite you to enjoy the incredible pictures below that capture these special moments!

i-Ready Assessments

Next week, students will begin their middle-of-the-year i-Ready assessments in math to measure their progress so far. The reading assessments will follow the week of January 21. We encourage you to remind your student to give their best effort, as these assessments provide valuable insights into their current performance levels in both math and reading. This data helps us monitor student achievement and tailor instruction to meet their needs.

Accessing Academic Progress & Report Cards

You can stay updated on your student’s academic progress through Echo. If you don’t yet have an Echo Observer account, please use the provided link to request assistance. Additional information is also available through the included link. Report cards will be available for viewing this Friday, January 10, 2025.

Streamlined Communication with Talking Points
To enhance communication, we continue to utilize Talking Points. Individual notifications are being sent to families who have yet to access messages on the platform. If you encounter any issues, please refer to the flyer below or contact our office at 512-278-4300 for support.

Reminders & Updates

• NEW: Report Cards – Report cards from the 3rd six-weeks will be posted in Skyward on Friday (1/10/25) for parents to view.
• NEW: Picture Retake Day – On January 16th, students will be able to retake their picture or take a picture if they missed their first opportunity. These pictures will go into the yearbook.
• NEW: Volunteers Needed – St. Gregorios Orthodox Church needs volunteers and invites families to participate and support our Manor community. Information and signup is listed below.
• REPOSTED: Drop-Off/Pick-Up Times – For safety, students should not arrive before 7:30 AM or remain on campus after 4:30 PM unless supervised.
• REPOSTED: Parents & Volunteers Needed – Join the PTSA or Watch D.O.G.S. Visit [www.JoinPTA.org](http://www.joinpta.org) and search for our group under Manor ISD. Membership dues are $8.50 per person, plus a small online processing fee.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership in making our school a wonderful place for our students to learn and grow. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us.

Your Principal,

Mrs. Jones

#BeBoldBeBrilliant

St. Gregorios Orthodox Church, Manor is partnering with Feed My Starving children to host a food packing event at their church in Manor. Their goal is to pack 100,000 meals, which will feed 250 kids one meal a day for a whole year. St. Gregorios Church has been part of the Manor community for over 25 years. They have consistently helped with our Annual School Resource Fair and Holiday events and we would love to support them at this high impact community volunteer event.

Link to register as a volunteer for this event: Choose from 1 of 4 sessions (Fri 5-7pm, Sat: 9-11, 12-2, 3-5pm)

https://www.fmsc.org/volunteer-listing/?mobilepack=2501-169RI

Address

St. Gregorios Orthodox Church

14619 Boid D Arc Lane, Manor, Texas 78653

Contact

Kurian Panicker: 651-353-1159; kurianpanicker@gmail.com

Email: leticia.jones@manorisd.net
Website: https://www.manorisd.net/domain/1724
Location: 12116 Joyce Turner Dr, Manor, TX, USA
Phone: 512-278-4300
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newtechmiddle

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